Dear Mei Mei...

No matter what changes today we want you to know how much we love you.  We love you exactly the way God created you on the day you were born.  We love you as we did the day we held you for the first time.  We love the beautiful reflection we see in the mirror every day.  We love you as much now as we will in 12 hours from now.  We love you all the way to China and back again.  And yes, "that a LOT", as you always say. 

I can't help but think of the day we met you.  How brave you were.  How sad and broken your heart was on that day.  No, you didn't ask for the circumstances that were handed to you but somehow you found your way.  Today I'm going to be like you.  Today I will be brave. Today, no matter how sad or broken hearted I may feel, I will be strong. Today I will take the circumstances given to me, to us, and I will find a way to be grateful for each of them. 

When we came to the hospital for your pre-op appointment you said something I hope I never forget. You said, "Me scared Mommy...but...me don't hatah be. You and Daddy be wit me and so will God. I be OK". I know the Lord used you to speak directly to me.  I heard Him loud and clear.

Mei Mei, you are without a doubt one of the bravest little girls I've ever known.  I am honored to be the one to hold, love, pray for and encourage you on this journey.  I promise I will be by your side every step of the way.

All my love,
Mommy